December 8, 2025

NSW to Turn Wentworth Park Greyhound Track into Community Sports Grounds and Housing

NSW government will redevelop Wentworth Park, Sydney's greyhound racing track, into sports fields and parkland. The area will support up to 7,300 new homes, ending dog racing at the site by 2027.

December 8, 2025

Senator Says Liberals Must Avoid Becoming 'One Nation Lite' After Barnaby Joyce Joins Pauline Hanson

New South Wales Liberal senator Maria Kovacic says the party must stay true to its values as Barnaby Joyce joins One Nation, raising stakes for the 2028 Senate race.

December 8, 2025

Karnataka winter session kicks off with tributes and protests; New defence MRO facility to open in Bengaluru

Karnataka's winter legislative session opened with tributes and low attendance on December 8. Protests by MES leaders led to arrests. Meanwhile, Tata and Lockheed Martin announced a new defence MRO facility in Bengaluru, ready by 2026 with first aircraft maintenance expected in 2027.

December 8, 2025

NIMS Nursing Union Starts Black Badge Protest Over Staff Issues and Pay

The NIMS Nursing Union launched a black badge protest demanding better pay, workload relief, and job security. The union says previous requests were ignored and vows to continue peaceful protests until changes are made.

December 8, 2025

Goa Police Set to Arrest Birch Nightclub Owners After Deadly Fire; Three Officials Suspended

After a deadly fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa killed 25 and injured six, police are moving fast. Owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra face arrest. A manager is held, and three officials are suspended amid investigations.